Khunjerab Pass & National Park Trek
The Roof of the Karakoram Highway — Top of the World at 4,693m
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Rs 52,000
4 Days
Duration
4,693m
Max Elevation
2–16 pax
Group Size
Khunjerab National Park, Upper Hunza, Gilgit-Baltistan
Region
Overview
Khunjerab Pass at 4,693m is the highest paved international border crossing in the world — the point where Pakistan meets China on the legendary Karakoram Highway. Khunjerab National Park surrounding the pass is one of Pakistan's most important wildlife reserves, home to the endangered Marco Polo sheep, snow leopards, ibex, wolves, and brown bears. The trek explores the high valleys and glacial terrain around the pass — areas that few tourists walk even when thousands drive through on the KKH. Trek through the vast high-altitude plateau (the word "Khunjerab" means blood valley in the local Wakhi language, after the redness of the minerals), walk along glacial streams, and spot Marco Polo sheep grazing on the plateau. The views from the pass into China and back down the KKH valley into Pakistan are extraordinary.
Trip Highlights
Khunjerab Pass (4,693m) — world's highest paved international border crossing
Marco Polo sheep in the wild — one of the best places in the world
Snow leopard habitat (dawn/dusk sightings possible)
Glacial plateau landscape virtually unchanged since Silk Road era
Karakoram Highway — one of world's greatest mountain roads viewed from above
Pakistan–China border marker — straddle two countries simultaneously
Day-by-Day Itinerary
1Hunza → Sost → Khunjerab National Park Entry
🏠Guesthouse Sost🍽️ All meals
Hunza → Sost → Khunjerab National Park Entry
Drive from Hunza (2hrs) to Sost — the last Pakistani town. Border formalities. Enter the park. First Marco Polo sheep sightings.
2Sost → Khunjerab Pass (4,693m) Trek
🏠Camp Khunjerab Valley🍽️ All meals📏 15km⛰️ 4,693m
Sost → Khunjerab Pass (4,693m) Trek
Drive partway, then trek the final section to the pass summit. China visible on the other side. Return to camp in the valley below.
3Khunjerab Valley Wildlife Walk
🏠Hotel Passu🍽️ All meals📏 15km
Khunjerab Valley Wildlife Walk
Early morning wildlife walk — best time for Marco Polo sheep. Glacial valley exploration. Return to Passu via KKH.
4Passu → Hunza → Onward
🏠Hotel Hunza🍽️ Breakfast, Lunch
Passu → Hunza → Onward
Morning in Passu — see the extraordinary Passu Cathedral peaks and Passu Glacier. Return to Hunza.
What's Included
- Transport Hunza–Sost–Khunjerab–Passu return
- Licensed park guide (mandatory)
- All accommodation
- All meals
- Khunjerab National Park entrance fee
- Special border zone permit
Not Included
- International airfares
- Pakistan visa
- China visa (if crossing)
- Personal gear
- Travel insurance
⚠️ Requirements & Prerequisites
- •Moderate fitness
- •No technical skills required
- •Altitude acclimatization recommended — do Hunza first
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can we cross into China?
Pakistani citizens and tourists with valid China visas can cross at Khunjerab. However, the crossing is seasonal (May–October) and requires pre-arranged Chinese permits. We can organize this as an extension of the trek on request.
What are our chances of seeing Marco Polo sheep?
Very high — groups of 20–50 Marco Polo sheep are commonly seen grazing on the plateau, especially in the morning. Snow leopard sightings are rare but possible during dawn/dusk walks in the valley.
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$186 USD · 4–5 persons
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